Injection molding machines imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
Saudi Arabia imported $75.8 million of injection molding machines in 2024 (8.4 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 57% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 14% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $75.8M | 8.4K t |
| 2023 | $48.4M | 5.4K t |
| 2022 | $38.5M | 5.4K t |
| 2021 | $26.2M | 4.4K t |
| 2020 | $28.8M | 3.8K t |
| 2019 | $17.9M | 2.8K t |
| 2018 | $15.6M | 960 t |
| 2017 | $30.0M | 2.6K t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports injection molding machines from
Most of the value came from China (37%), Italy (20%), Switzerland (14%). Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest (+228% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $27.8M | 37% |
| Italy | $15.0M | 20% |
| Switzerland | $10.8M | 14% |
| Canada | $7.0M | 9.3% |
| Egypt | $2.9M | 3.8% |
| Austria | $2.9M | 3.8% |
| Luxembourg | $2.5M | 3.3% |
| India | $1.5M | 2% |
| South Korea | $1.1M | 1.5% |
| United Kingdom | $1.0M | 1.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $8.99 per kg, close to the world average of $7.52.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Injection molding machines exports from Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia exported $1.8 million of injection molding machines in 2024 (542 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Brazil accounted for 69% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Brazil | $1.3M | 69% |
| Spain | $350K | 19% |
| Germany | $54K | 2.9% |
| Sudan | $41K | 2.2% |
| India | $36K | 2% |
| Lebanon | $33K | 1.8% |
| Tunisia | $25K | 1.4% |
| Bahrain | $14K | 0.8% |
| Syria | $13K | 0.7% |
| United Arab Emirates | $4K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia injection molding machines imports (HS 8477.10): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 8477.10: Machinery: injection-moulding machines, for working rubber or plastics or for the manufacture of products from these materials.
Common questions
What is the value of injection molding machines imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported injection molding machines worth $75.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 8.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 19th of 176 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 57% on 2023.
Which countries supply injection molding machines to Saudi Arabia?
China was the largest supplier with 37% of the value ($27.8 million), followed by Italy (20%) and Switzerland (14%). The top three together account for 71%, out of 30 supplier countries in total. South Korea grew fastest among the top ten, up 357% on the year.
What is the average import price of injection molding machines per kg?
The average declared import value was about $8.99 per kg in 2024, 20% above the world average of $7.52 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of injection molding machines to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $30.0 million in 2017 to $75.8 million in 2024, an increase of 153%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $35.2 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export injection molding machines?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $1.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Brazil, Spain and Germany. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $73.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for injection molding machines?
The HS code for injection molding machines is subheading 8477.10. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8477 page.
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